Evan Smith: McGlashan Endorses Robin McClelland for Shoreline Council

Friday, June 3, 2011


By Evan Smith
ShorelineAreaNews Politics Writer

Shoreline City Councilman and Mayor Keith McGlashan has endorsed Council candidate Robin McClelland.

McClelland, a former City Planning commission member, plans to run against attorney Jesse Salomon for the position now held by Councilman Terry Scott.

Scott announced in late March that he would not seek a second term on the Council. McClelland and Salomon both announced in April that they would seek the open seat.

In a Tuesday, June 1, press release, McGlashan referred to McClelland as an “active community member.”
“Robin is exactly the kind of leader we need on the Shoreline City Council,” McGlashan said in announcing the endorsement..”She has an extensive knowledge of what makes a great city work, the vision to help us achieve our potential, and the longtime commitment to our community to see that we do.”

McClelland responded, “I am honored to have the support of Mayor McGlashan and look forward to working with him on the Council to achieve real results for all Shoreline residents.”

McClelland also has endorsements from Democratic State Rep. Ruth Kagi, Shoreline Councilwoman Shari Winstead and former Councilman Rich Gustafson.

McClelland announced Tuesday that she will kick off her campaign with Jazz in the Park Sunday, June 5, from 4 to 6 pm at Paramount Park. The Tuesday press release said that more information is available at ElectRobinForShoreline

McClelland registered as a candidate with the State Public Disclosure Commission in late April, a step that allows her to raise and spend money for the August 16 primary and November 8 general election. She has yet to report any money raised or spent. Salomon has reported raising $20,410 and spending $7,105.

Candidates file for ballot positions June 6-10 either on line or in person at the County elections office in Tukwila. Candidates have been able to file by mail since May 20.

If McClelland and Salomon are the only candidates, the position will appear only on the November general-election ballot. If three or more candidates file for the position, it will appear on the August primary ballot.

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King County employees donated $287,000 to disaster victims in Japan and New Zealand

Pyne Gould Building, Christchurch, New Zealand
destroyed along with 180 downtown buildings in
February 2011 earthquake.  Photo by Gabriel.
From the office of the King County Executive

King County employees have once again demonstrated their giving spirit. During a recent campaign, 458 employees donated more than 8,100 hours of accrued leave to disaster victims in Japan and New Zealand. The leave was converted into a cash donation of $286,815 for the Red Cross. The money will be used for continuing earthquake and tsunami relief efforts.

“This outpouring of support for our neighbors across the Pacific is another example of the determination to make a difference,” said County Executive Dow Constantine. “I am so proud of King County employees for donating their hard-earned leave to help the people of Japan and New Zealand as they continue to recover from these tragic events.”

The leave donation program was authorized by Executive Constantine in March, shortly after a massive earthquake and resulting tsunami devastated Japan. Because that disaster followed so closely on the heels of an earthquake in New Zealand, King County opted to combine efforts and help the victims of both disasters.

A similar donation program was enacted by King County after the 2010 earthquake in Haiti. After that disaster, 367 King County employees donated more than 5,500 hours of leave, resulting in a gift of nearly $200,000 to Global Impact, a federation of 55 international aid agencies that provided desperately needed humanitarian assistance to Haiti.

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Chamber to hear from Andrew Ballard on business growth strategies

Shoreline Chamber of Commerce Membership Luncheon, Wednesday, June 8, at 11:45am, Shoreline Conference Center, Alumni Room, RSVP, $20

Andrew Ballard
Andrew Ballard:  How to Use the "Voice of Your Customer" to Grow Your Business

Most marketing dollars don't deliver a positive return-on-investment. That does not mean marketing as a business function is flawed; rather, that most business owners and managers don't know how to effectively resonate with customers ... based on their values and motives.

Andrew Ballard is the president of Marketing Solutions, a Seattle area agency that develops research-based growth strategies for small and midsize businesses. He has 30 years experience in marketing, media and management. His specialties include marketing research, strategic planning, brand development and advertising. Mr. Ballard has helped hundreds of organizations (startups through Fortune 500 companies) achieve remarkable results.

RSVP is required by Tuesday, June 7, for members and visitors. To reserve your spot send an email to the Chamber or register on-line.

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Evan Smith: King County Democrats endorse Salomon for Shoreline Council

Thursday, June 2, 2011

By Evan Smith
ShorelineAreaNews Politics Writer

Shoreline City Council candidate Jesse Salomon has won the endorsement of the King County Democratic Central Committee.

Salomon announced the endorsement in a press release May 25.

The 32nd Legislative District Democratic organization had endorsed Salomon April 13.

Salomon is a public defender employed by a non-profit legal-aid organization to defend homeless and other needy misdemeanor defendants in the Seattle Municipal Court.

He plans to run against former Shoreline Planning Commissioner Robin McClelland for the position that Councilman Terry Scott has held for four years.

Scott announced in late March that he would not seek a second term.

Both McClelland and Salomon have registered as candidates with the State Public Disclosure Commission, a step that allows them to raise and spend money for the August 16 primary and November 8 general election. Salomon has reported raising $20,410 and spending $7,105. McClelland has yet to report any money raised or spent.

Salomon said that the amount reported includes almost $6,000 in contributions and $15,000 of his own money. He said that he has door-belled about 1,600 homes throughout Shoreline and continues to talk to voters.

Candidates file for ballot positions June 6-10 either on line or in person at the County elections office in Tukwila. Candidates have been able to file by mail since May 20.

In a press release announcing the endorsement, Salomon said this:
“I am humbled by King County Democrats’ recognition that I am the candidate that will best promote the values we share and that I have the experience to get it done and keep Shoreline moving forward.
“I will fight hard to preserve Shoreline’s quality of life. I know that we need to be good environmental stewards by planning for smart growth and development that makes sense for our unique neighborhoods and families.
“I value safe communities. After losing my mother in a traffic accident, the need to ensure traffic safety became a personal, not just political, issue for me. I will fight for more sidewalks, street-lighting, and police officers to keep our families safe.”

In the press release, Salomon said that he believes city government needs to be accountable for how it spends taxpayer dollars.

He said that he would work to make sure that the tax money that voters approved last fall is spent on direct services to prevent crime and help those in need, with vital city services, not on bureaucracy and waste.

Salomon, a member of the Ridgecrest Neighborhood Association board, said that information about the endorsement is available here.

He added, “I am proud to know that with this endorsement I have gained a vote of confidence that I will bring new leadership to keep Shoreline moving forward."“

Salomon also lists these endorsements: King County Councilman Bob Ferguson, King County Assessor Lloyd Hara, State Sen. Maralyn Chase, State Rep. Cindy Ryu, former State Sen. Donn Charnley, former State Rep.. Nancy Rust, Shoreline City Councilman Chris Eggen, Shoreline Councilman Chris Roberts and former Shoreline Councilwoman Janet Way.

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John Grade and the Art of Decay

Ron Judd, in our News Partner The Seattle Times, has a fascinating piece on world-famous artist John Grade, who graduated from high school in Shoreline.

John Grade really might want to think about charging admission.

Couple reasons. One, an afternoon spent watching the Seattle artist sawing, gluing, scheming and dreaming in his clandestine laboratory — spread throughout various basement spaces of the old Publix Hotel in the Chinatown International District — is better than any conceivable reality TV.
It's like putting "Monster Garage," "Iron Chef" and "American Masters" together in a supercollider, throwing the switch and pulling up a lawn chair with a cold one to appreciate the splendid wreckage: Lots of big chunks of big, cool stuff, interspersed with great ideas, everywhere you look.
Gleefully in the center of it all is Grade, 41, a Minnesota-born, Ravenna-raised artist who somehow fits in comfortably on an alpine glacier, in a white lab coat, or on lists of notable contemporary landscape sculptors — although Grade (pronounced "Grah-day") is stretching the bounds of that term.
Two: This is a see-it-while-you-can situation. Most of the brilliant stuff that gets created here won't be around forever. Much of it is built to erode or be disassembled by something.

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Home Education Exchange wins Port of Seattle video contest

The students and HEE Program Manager Ron Jones (left) were honored at a recent Port of Seattle Commission meeting.  Photo courtesy Shoreline Schools.

Home Education Exchange students have won first place for elementary schools in the Port of Seattle Centennial Video Contest. The program will receive a $6,000 cash award.

The theme of the contest was “What the Port Means to Me.” HEE sixth graders Ben Birchman, Jayne Rudnick and Megan Catey created a video “No Port, No Seattle” detailing the Port of Seattle’s importance to the region.

Watch the Home Education student video on YouTube (if it does not display in your browser)




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Birch Riley plays at Club Hollywood Casino Friday, June 10

Birch Riley
Original hard rock band Birch Riley will join Paper Beats Rock and Tieton Drive at Shoreline's Club Hollywood Casino, 16716 Aurora Ave N., Shoreline, WA on Friday June 10, 2011.

The lineup will go from 8pm til late into the night, with Birch Riley headlining. Birch Riley, who are compared to Judas Priest meets Rush meets Pearl Jam, released an EP called "3" in 2009 after recording at Fremont's Toy Box studio with Brian Pake. The tracks were further added to and finally mixed by long time engineer Jonathan Plum at the world famous London Bridge Studios housed in the Shoreline area. 

Birch Riley includes Wes Hlebichuk (guitar / lead vocals), Shawn Thompson (guitar / keys / backing vocals), Rick Sloot (drums), and brand new band mate Phil Calvert. Calvert started rehearsing with the band in February 2011 and brings an added dimension to the band's live sound. Originally a touring trio, the band have travelled around the U.S. but make their home in the northwest. Info on the band can be found at their website.  Tickets for the event are $7 at the door.

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Cleanup at North City Park


Weed removal is more fun when it's a party, as volunteers who attended North City Neighborhood Association's Park Work Party discovered.

A small, but enthusiastic, group of neighborhood volunteers braved the unseasonably cool weather and gathered at North City Park to help clear away some of the ivy and blackberry vines that have been invading the little park. Left alone, these invasive plants easily take over the natural vegetation. For their time and effort, volunteers were rewarded with pizza!

North City Park is next to North City Elementary. Contact Nan Skinner at 206-734-9289 if you would like to take part in future work parties or visit the North City Neighborhood Association webpage/

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Open House weekend - properties marked by blue balloons

An estimated 7000 open houses have been scheduled throughout the state for the weekend of June 4-5 as part of Realtors' Nationwide Open House weekend according to the Washington Association of REALTORS®.

Realtors and home sellers in approximately 75 cities in Washington, including Shoreline, will be involved in the two-day event with most of the 30 local Realtor associations throughout the state participating, each with their own special events and coverage.

An idea that was started by Snohomish Realtors in 2007 with a countywide open house, eventually sparked interest across the state. After the success of the first Washington Statewide Open House in 2009 drew much public attention and more than 5000 open houses, Realtor organizations from across the country joined in for a nationwide effort in 2010.

This year, the weekend has the full support of the National Association of Realtors and its more than 1 million members who will participate in hundreds of thousands of open houses throughout the country. Real estate professionals from nearly a dozen countries are also taking part including Canada, Denmark, France, Norway, Philippines, Sweden, United Kingdom, Israel, Mexico, Romania and Peru.

In April, the Northwest Multiple Listing Service reported that the total housing inventory is 13 percent slimmer than it was a year ago in the 21 counties its serves creating more balance between supply and demand. The lower inventory, they say, is prompting multiple offers on attractive, well-priced properties.

"It is amazing timing for the open house event. Housing affordability has returned to Washington with a fever pitch; coupled with some of the lowest interest rates in history, it is time for the credit-worthy to go shopping," say Harlan, a Keller Williams managing broker in Olympia. "Real estate is cyclical. The only way we will know if home prices have bottomed out is after they start back up the curve; by then, home buyers will have missed some incredible opportunities."

Washington Realtors will distribute more than 20,000 balloons to members across the state. Each open house will be marked by blue balloons with the trademark Realtor "R". There will be more than 200,000 blue balloons flying in front of open houses across the country.

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Public hearing on Town Center subarea plan and development code

During its regular meeting on Thursday, June 2, the Shoreline Planning Commission will hold a hearing on the Town Center subarea plan and development code. (download full document)

Agenda for the Hearing:
  • Staff overview and presentation of preliminary staff report
  • Questions by the Commission to Staff and Applicant
  • Public Testimony
  • Final questions by the commission
  • Deliberations
  • Vote by Commission to Recommend Approval or Denial
  • Closure of Public Hearing.

The meeting will be held at 7pm in the Council Chambers at Shoreline Center.  The hearing is scheduled to begin at 7pm.

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St Luke scouts decorate graves at Evergreen Washelli for Memorial Day

Photo by Debra Ricard
Scenes from Evergreen-Washelli Cemetery in North Seattle, where scouts from St Luke School helped put flags on the graves of veterans to honor them on Memorial Day. They were just a few of hundreds of volunteers that honored over 5,000 fallen heroes.
"It was a very meaningful day for both the young and old participants." 
Photo by Debra Ricard


Photo by Debra Ricard

Photo by Debra Ricard.
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

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June 2 Flag lowering

Governor Chris Gregoire has directed that Washington State and United States flags at all Washington State agency facilities be lowered to half-staff Thursday, June 2, 2011, in memory of U.S. Army Specialist Adam J. Patton, 21, of Port Orchard, who died May 26 of injuries sustained in Afghanistan when an improvised explosive device detonated near him.

Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business Thursday, or first thing Friday morning, June 3.

Other government entities, citizens and businesses are encouraged to join this recognition.

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LFP Historic Signs, #2 A Residential Park

As part of the the 50th Anniversary Celebration, the City of Lake Forest Park created and installed a series of signs marking significant events in the history of the City. Sign #2, A Residential Park.



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Filipino community honors their heritage at Holyrood

The local Filipino community held traditional ceremonies to honor their culture and heritage on Saturday, May 28, 2011 at Holyrood Cemetery, 205 NE 205th St, Shoreline.


They gathered in celebration and pilgrimage at 10:00 am at the Shrine of Our Lady of Antipolo.
the patroness of the Philippines for the Catholic community and culture there.  Photo by Steve Irby.


The Filipino community gathered at the shrine of Our Lady of Antipolo at Holyrood Cemetery. 
Photo by Steve Irby.


Most Rev. J. Peter Sartain, Archbishop of Seattle, entering the chapel at Holyrood for the Memorial Day Mass. Archbishop Sartain is the newly appointed Archbishop of Seattle, coming to the Archdiocese (the Western third of Washington State) in December 2010. Photo by Steve Irby.

The Archbishop enters the chapel at Holyrood. Photo by Steve Irby.

Graves are decorated with flowers and flags.  
Photo by Steve Irby.


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Lost looking for something to do? Get Oriented with a sport for everyone

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Orienteering compasses. Wikimedia.
By Mark D. Goodwin

While orienteering, choosing your own adventure has never been easier. Truly a sport for anybody, one can complete a course at their own pace, and at no cost. Some choose a leisurely afternoon jaunt with the grandparents or young ones. Others take the activity much more seriously and complete the courses as fast as they can, sometimes even competing in regional and national-level events.

“I’m nearing 70 this year, and I only race against myself,” said Jim Siscel, membership and permanent course coordinator for Cascade Orienteering Club (COC). “Depending on the park, I’ll have a time I want to meet or beat. But it becomes very competitive among the younger members of our club.”
Course marker.
Photo by Jim Siscel.

The sport, also called rogaining, involves navigating a course of established landmarks, called “controls,” typically in a heavily wooded area. Controls range widely, from natural formations (boulders, dried riverbeds, berms and mounds), to manmade (signposts, flags, or markers). They are usually highlighted by the international symbol for orienteering: a simple two-tone orange and white flag, or painted post, divided diagonally.

Map with controls marked.
Courtesy COC.
Shoreline has two courses: Hamlin Park, adjacent to Shorecrest High School, as well as a larger run at Shoreview Park near Shoreline Community College. The courses, and nearly all of the courses in the greater Seattle area, were plotted and created by Boy Scout troops.

Orienteering seems to be catching on in the area. According to Siscel, COC was recognized as one of the larger and more active groups recognized by the national organization, Orienteering USA. “Our group consists of about 300 members year-to-year, but we usually add a couple each year,” he said.

There is even a youth group run by COC called the Washington Scholastic Orienteering League. “You only need a team of three to enter,” Siscel said.

Checking the map.
Photo by Bob Forgrave.
COC has had little to no trouble with area governments, neighborhoods, or parks departments. “Our people are some of the lowest impact users of park property,” Siscel said. Indeed, orienteers have a keen interest in keeping the parks in as good of condition as possible, so they can use them again in the future.

“I just started [this] winter because it seemed like a fun, and free, way to get outdoors,” said freelance software designer Fred Neeland, 32, of Shoreline. “I found the maps online one day, and decided to give it a try.”

Neeland doesn’t always have time to get out to the mountains for hiking, but enjoys walks through the woods. “I already have hiking boots and a rain jacket,” he said. “[I] print a map, and that’s all I really need to get around Hamlin and feel like I’ve seen the whole park.”

Neeland is not what you’d call an ideal athlete, but is trying to become more active. “I hate staying in one place on a treadmill, and I don’t want to pay for fitness clubs,” he laments.  “I’m proud that I’ve been shaving down my time [on the] Hamlin Park course each time.” 
Punching in at control.
Photo by Bob Forgrave

In his decades of orienteering, Siscel says he hasn’t really seen any serious safety concerns, “Maybe the occasional twisted ankle.” Other than that, the only issues one might encounter while orienteering would be the same for those on a simple hike through the woods: off-leash dogs, distracted iPod-wearing joggers, loose dirt or rocks, etc. Siscel recommends simply staying aware of your surroundings.

When asked if he sees himself competing someday, Neeland said, “Oh, we’ll see. I’m just getting used to the idea. I’ve looked at some other courses online, but I haven’t even bought a compass yet.”

A compass probably isn’t necessary in a park like Hamlin, according to Siscel, but for the much larger Shoreview Park near Shoreline Community College it might be a good idea.

“It kind of reminds me of [the first-person-shooter videogame franchise] Halo,” Neeland said when describing idea of competitive orienteering. “If you added paintballing to the mix, it would be a lot like some of the game types where you are racing against other players from checkpoint to checkpoint.”

To download the map for Hamlin Park, and several other courses (again for free), visit the COC website.

Upcoming events from the COC website:
Wed, Jun 15 - 5pm-7pm - Big Finn Hill - SAMM Summer Series #2, Kenmore, WA
Wed, Jul 13 - 5pm-7pm - Robinswood Park - SAMM Summer Series #3, Bellevue, WA

Mark D Goodwin is a student in the University of Washington Department of Communication News Laboratory and is interning with the ShorelineAreaNews.

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Lake Forest Park Deputy Mayor Dwight Thompson announces that he will run for Mayor

Dwight Thompson
From the Dwight Thompson Campaign

“Balancing the needs of services within very tight financial constraints and resources is our number one priority. We must live within our means as a city but preserve the quality of life that is so important to our community. I am looking forward to bringing my executive and administrative experience to serve in a new role as Mayor,” said Dwight upon his announcement.

Dwight has served on the city council since 1996. He has been the Deputy Mayor for over ten years. Dwight represents the Suburban Cities Association on the Executive Committee of the Puget Sound Regional Council, King County Regional Policy Committee and King County Mental Illness and Drug Dependency Oversight Committee as an elected city official.

Dwight emphasized that, “these difficult economic times have placed incredible stress on the city’s ability to maintain our citizen’s desired level and quality services, especially for seniors and youth. Keeping our seniors in their homes, preserving our environment and keeping our community safe is paramount. These have been primary goals of mine during my tenure on the council. Fiscal accountability and stretching scarce tax resources is what our citizens want from our government. I am ready to bring a higher level of transparency and responsiveness to the residents of Lake Forest Park.”

Dwight Thompson is a Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve with 29 years of military service. He has served his country in two combat deployments. Dwight is a veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan where he deployed as the Deputy Commander of Task Force MED. In 1991, he served during Desert Storm with the 50th General Hospital. Currently, he is a dual-status civilian employee of the Army Reserve as the Command Executive Officer for the 364th Expeditionary Sustainment Command at Fort Lawton in Seattle. He manages a command of over 3500 Soldiers and civilians in seven states.

Dwight earned a Bachelors of Arts in Social Welfare and a Master of Social Work Degrees from the University of Washington with a graduate minor in Business Administration. He is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who is the founder and CEO of Rehabilitation and Evaluation Services, Inc., a statewide vocational rehabilitation services firm for the past 25 years.

Dwight is a former President of the Sheridan Beach Community Association where his family has lived since 1988. He is a Scout Leader for Boy Scout Troop 309 and a USA Swimming National Certified Referee with Cascade Swim Club. Dwight has been active in parent organizations at his children’s schools. He is a long time parishioner of Saint Matthew’s Catholic Church.

Dwight lives with his wife of 34 years, Irene Arden. Dwight and Irene’s grown children include their son, Captain Dwight C. Thompson, an Iraq War veteran who is currently stationed at Fort Lee, Meredith, an artist and Hilda, who is in her sophomore year of college.

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Richmond Beach teen wins in King County Library 2011 Teen Poetry Contest

Maia stands in front of the octopus in the Richmond Beach Library,
holding her gift card.  Photo courtesy RB Library

Maia P, resident of Richmond Beach, is one of three winners in the 2011 Teen Poetry Contest sponsored by the King County Library System in celebration of National Poetry Month. Maia's poem was chosen from almost 600 worthy entries, and she received a gift card for Barnes and Noble as a prize.

Here is Maia's winning poem:

Rain Dance

I dance in the rain
on the asphalt stage
of the street.

The spotlights are lightning
the confetti is raindrops
and the roaring crowd is thunder.

But my mother
calling me to come inside
is still the same.

--Aarene Storms, Librarian

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Memorial tree planting in honor of Sarah Barroga-Hulett, Saturday June 4

Photo by Kait Hurley
There will be a memorial tree planting at Echo Lake Elementary school in honor of Sarah Barroga-Hulett, on Saturday June 4, 2011 at 11:00am.

The tree will be placed on the north side of the grounds of Echo Lake Elementary, 19345 Wallingford Ave North, Shoreline WA 98133, along with a memorial plaque.

The tree and plaque have been donated by Mike Francois and Scott Nies, long-time friends of Sarah's brother, Michael, since they were all in Mr. Riley's class at Echo Lake together.

Sarah, who died two months ago in Colorado, attended Echo Lake from 1995 -1999, kindergarten through 3rd grade. Her teachers were Betty Scranton, Norma Lee, Charlotte Lohman, and Lori Hopfe.

Her obituary was published previously.  Sarah is the daughter of Richard and Norita Barroga-Hulett of Shoreline.


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Janet Way to file for City Council seat held by Doris McConnell

Janet Way
From the Janet Way Campaign

Former Shoreline City Councilmember Janet Way has announced plans to file for Position #4, a seat now held by Doris McConnell. She served on the council from ’05-’09.

While on the Council, she spearheaded many efforts to promote sustainability and environmental protection, including the effort to save South Woods from development and helped form the Lake Ballinger Forum to address flooding issues. She advocated for a “smarter Aurora Phase II”, to include an array of stormwater protections to exceed State requirements.

Since her term on the council, she founded the Shoreline Preservation Society to advocate for “Places That Matter”, such as historically significant sites around the proposed Town Center. She publishes a popular Blog called Of Paramount Importance named after her local park.

She has been a member of the Shoreline Solar Project, Shoreline Chamber, Sierra Club, Seattle Audubon and now the Steering Committee for Sustainable Works, a non-profit promoting “Energy Audits” encouraging conservation retrofits. She’s also an Advisory Board member of Friends of Fircrest. She’s long championed urban watersheds and wildlife habitat, particularly Thornton Creek, for urban forests, healthy parks and neighborhoods.

Stating that, “I believe local government is one of the best ways to have an impact and serve the community. There are so many innovative ideas we can employ to improve our community, and I want to serve on the Council to help shape policies addressing the challenges we face with our economy, environment, transportation that are neighborhood friendly and can help our families succeed. We need to do everything we can to help create family wage jobs, foster our educational assets and protect the most vulnerable citizens, such as residents of Fircrest and other special needs communities. And, we can create a sustainable future while honoring our heritage.”

She pledges to work for transparency in government policies and to work for meaningful public involvement and participation. As a Shoreline resident with her husband for 23 years, they raised two sons attending Shoreline Schools. She runs a small, commercial arts business for over 30 years and is a sales rep for an artisan cheesemaker at local Farmers Markets.

Citizens to Elect Janet Way • 206-734-554, janetway@yahoo.com

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Shorecrest, Shorewood students earn Student BioExpo awards

Elissa Sutlief, Shorecrest
Photo courtesy Shoreline Schools
From Shoreline Schools

Shorecrest and Shorewood High School students won several awards in the 11th annual Student BioExpo in Bellevue on May 24, 2011.

High school students from around the Puget Sound area entered projects at the Student BioExpo, the culminating event of an innovative year-long science education outreach program. The Expo engages area high school students from in real-world applications of new frontiers in biology and builds connections between students, teachers, and scientists.

Students develop projects with the assistance of a mentor scientist over the course of the school year in categories as diverse as art, music, drama, writing, and traditional scientific research. By applying their own talents to their projects, students are motivated to see the connection between science and their own lives and interests.

The students researched a molecular level biotechnological subject and represented it through a creative project. They were judged on their ability to communicate the science concepts in understandable, clear style through interviews, research papers, and their projects.

The event is sponsored by the Northwest Association for Biomedical Research.

Winners from Shoreline:
  • Elissa Sutlief, Shorecrest, 1st place, Multimedia, "The Synaptic Junction."

Watch Elissa's winning multimedia project on YouTube or below (if it displays on your browser)



  • Christy DeNova, Shorewood, 2nd place, Global Health, "Complications Surrounding Women's Reproduction in Kenya."
  • Patrick Chiang, Ellis Miyaoka, and Richard Shim, Shorewood, Honorable Mention, "SEAVURIA: Tuberculosis."
  • Mikias Woldetensae, Shorewood, 2nd place, Molecular Modeling, "The Duo That Painted Tumors."
  • Sahil Khan, Shorewood, 2nd place, Website, "IPS Cells: The Future of Stem Cell Research."



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Shoreline City Council Recap for April and May 2011

From the office of the Shoreline City Manager

As the weather slowly begins to warm, the City Council wants to encourage everyone to take advantage of the many different opportunities to enjoy music, arts and culture in the City’s parks this summer. Join us for concerts, beach walks, festivals, a parade and much more! Visit the City’s website  for event details.

Below is a recap of the Shoreline City Council’s work for the months of April and May:

Studied
  • 2011 Comprehensive Plan amendment docket
  • 2011-2012 Long Range Planning work schedule
  • Status update on the Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan
  • King County Metro’s draft ten-year strategic plan
  • 4th Quarter Financial Report for 2010
  • Shoreline urban tree canopy assessment and tree canopy ordinance scope of work
  • Update of Council Goal #7: Acquire Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) water system in Shoreline
  • Update on Shoreline Park at Town Center project
  • Surface Water Master Plan update
  • Proposed 2011-2012 Council Goals and workplan
  • Proposed amendments to the fee schedule (SMC 3.01.060) and use of Shoreline facilities policy

Presentations
  • Shoreline Police Department’s 2010 Police Services Report
  • Annual report of the Transportation Benefit District
  • Annual report of the Library Board

Public Hearing
  • Comments on Ordinance No. 601 granting a franchise to Comcast of Washington, LLC and Comcast of Washington IV, Inc. to operate a cable system in the public rights-of-way to provide cable services in the City of Shoreline for a seven year term

Action Taken
  • Approved Park, Recreation and Cultural Services board member appointments
  • Approved neighborhood mini-grant funding for Ballinger and North City Neighborhood Associations
  • Adopted the 2011 Comprehensive Plan Docket
  • Authorize City Manager to obligate $630,000 from the Washington Department of Ecology Stormwater Retrofit and Low Impact Development (LID) Grant Program for the North Fork of Thornton Creek Headwaters LID Stormwater retrofit project.
  • Approved the 2011-2012 Council Goals and workplan
  • Authorized City Manager to approve a services contract amendment with EES Consulting for SPU feasibility analysis.

For more information on the items outlined above and to obtain the most updated agenda for City Council meetings, go to this page. For information about the City of Shoreline in general, go here

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Breaking Free Sports Camp at Calvin Presbyterian July 25-29

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

The "Breaking Free Sports Camp" for 4 to 12 year old elementary school kids will be held July 25-29, 2011, 5 - 8:15 pm, at Calvin Presbyterian Church, 18826 3rd Ave NW, Shoreline, WA 98177, 206-542-6181.   

Elementary age kids choose from basketball, cheerleading, flag-football, or soccer for the week. All 4 and 5 year olds participate in Team 45. 

The camp features Christian coaches, quality sports instruction, positive role models, daily Bible times, skits, music, and fun. 

Every camper receives a camp t-shirt, camp literature, daily take home Bible studies and light snacks.  (Please feed your child a healthy meal each day before camp).

$50 per child, $35 per additional family member.  Scholarship donations and requests available online.

Register Now at Calvin Presbyterian 



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Shorecrest boys tie for 11th in State 3A track championships

Monday, May 30, 2011

The Shorecrest boys’ track and field team tied for 11th in the State 3A championships in Tacoma Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

The Scots scored 23 points led by 10 points from the first-place finish by Dillon Baker in the 110-meter hurdles and 8 points from the second-place finish by the 4x100-meter relay.

The Shorewood girls tied for 28th with 8 points, 6 from the third-place finish by Miriam Mboya in the 100 meters. Shorecrest finished one point behind the Thunderbirds with 7 points.

Boys’ Team scores — North Central 56, Liberty (Issaquah) 49, Kamiakin 37.5, Wilson 37, Kennedy Catholic 36, Kelso 28, Glacier Peak 27, Lakes 27, Peninsula 26, Shadle Park 24, Bellevue 23, Shorecrest 23, Hanford 21, O'Dea 20.5, Lincoln 20, Prairie 20, Yelm 19, Timberline 19, Pasco 15, Foss 13, Lynnwood 12, Bremerton 10, Eastmont 9, Ferndale 8, Franklin 8, Oak Harbor 7, Hazen 6, Camas 6, Auburn Mountainview 6, Decatur 5, Nathan Hale 5, Mount Si 4, Mountlake Terrace 4, Bainbridge 4, Mountain View 3.5, Rainier Beach 3, Sedro-Wooley 3, Mount Spokane 3, Mercer Island 3, Mount Vernon 3, University 2, Seattle Prep 2, Everett 1.

Girls’ Team scores — Holy Names 61, Kamiakin 46, West Valley (Yakima) 41, Camas 37.5, Highline 35, Nathan Hale 31, Juanita 29, Mountain View 28, Mount Spokane 27.50, Columbia River 27, Eastmont 26, North Central 25, Shadle Park 24, Kennewick 24, Kelso 21.50, Hanford 21, Lakeside (Seattle) 21, Glacier Peak 20, Timberline 13, Bishop Blanchet 11, Foss 10, Bonney Lake 10, Seattle Prep 10, Prairie 9, Everett 9, Lakes 8, Shorewood 8, Oak Harbor 7, Shorecrest 7, Sedro-Woolley 7, Rainier Beach 6, Southridge 6, Lincoln 5, West Seattle 5, Chief Sealth 4, Mercer Island 4, Bellevue 3, Liberty (Issaquah) 3, Decatur 3, Yelm 2, University 2, Kennedy 2, Enumclaw 2, Wilson 1.

Complete results at WIAA 

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LFP Police Blotter, May 16-22, 2011. Loose dogs and Bothell Way gone wild

By Diane Hettrick - Categories are mine, reports from police

The usual crazy stuff on Bothell Way
5-16...145xx Bothell Wy, 4:10am. Driving on wrong side of street.
5-20...NE 153/Bothell Wy. Female passenger on bus hit another passenger. County didn't have units available and requested LFP unit.
5-20...14712 Bothell Wy. Observed truck leaving former marijuana clinic. Verified that building remained red-tagged for no occupation.
5-20...145xx Bothell Wy. Sgt stopped vehicle for failing to yield to stationary emergency vehicle and using cell phone while driving. Driver showed signs of alcohol. Tested, performed poorly. Transported to station, issued citation and released.
5-21...NE 145/Bothell Wy, 1:07am. Attempt to stop vehicle for lane violation, hitting curb. Vehicle ignored lights and siren. Tried to box him in, he accelerated to 70 mph. Turned on 130th NE. Officers chose not to pursue, notified Seattle PD. Ran plate and notified Sno County who went to house of registered owner. Found evidence of assault with no victim present. Roommate indicated son took father's/suspect vehicle and left residence.
5-22...145xx Bothell Wy, Elks. Birthday party shut down early, just after midnight, and guests were trying to find rides home. Some were hanging out in parking lot drinking beer. Cabs were called to take them home.
5-22...145xx Bothell Wy, 1:07am. Men warned for urinating in public.

Apartments on Bothell Way
5-17...36xx NE 155, apartments. Maintenance worker found bullet in outside wood railing that wasn't there the day before.
5-18...36xx NE 155. Tenant found woman outside building, saying she was locked out. Rambling, trying to get into caller's apartment. Police identified her as someone with warrants from South Seattle and took her into custody.

Shoplifters, beggars, and disturbances at Towne Centre
5-16...Towne Centre, Rite Aid. Shoplifter.
5-19...17001 Bothell Wy. Customer made a disturbance, saying he gave clerk a 100 dollar bill and she only gave him change for 20. Police determined that he gave her a 20.
5-21...Towne Centre, gym. Employee called for disturbance in women's locker room. Woman upset because lock was gone from locker. Yelling, screaming, cursing. Told she could stay if she made no more disturbance.  She found the lock.
5-22...Towne Centre. Aggressive panhandler at Albertson's.

Could be mail theft
5-16...192xx 40 Pl NE. Found mail on ground under mailboxes. Not sure if anything is missing.

Car prowls and vandalism
5-17...195xx 45 NE. Motor vehicle prowl and vandalism. Slashed front seats.
5-17...195xx 45 NE. Motor vehicle prowl. Stole CDs
5-20...158xx 32 NE. Vandalism. Driver side window broken.
5-20...195xx FP Dr NE. Graffitii spray-painted on fences, mail box.
5-20...16xx NE 195. Graffiti spray-painted on Jersey barrier. Same tags as down the block.

Off-leash dogs
5-19...192xx 35 NE. Woman's dogs are running loose and standing in traffic. She was home but kept refusing to talk to officer. At one point she took the dogs inside but they went right back out again.
5-21...174xx Ballinger. Man walking his dog when it was attacked by another dog. Happened in the triangle area at 47 NE and NE 178. Other dog with two younger females and all off leash. Man's dog required surgery. Animal control will follow up.
5-21...175xxx 32 NE. Verbal confrontation between neighbors over off-leash dog coming in 1st neighbor's yard. Dog previously came in his yard to attack his dog.

And other strange things
5-18...near the Goat Trail. Car was hit by something which broke the passenger side mirror.
5-22...35xx NE 189 Pl. Man has been in his back yard, yelling, for two hours. Man is drinking in his back yard, with a legal fire in a fire pit. Told to let the fire burn out and go inside.

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Over 45 Garage Sales in three eastside neighborhoods this Saturday

Updated Friday, June 3, 1:03am

If you missed the garage sales in Richmond Beach and Meridian Park a couple of weeks ago, fear not. You have another chance.

This Saturday, June 4, 2011, three more neighborhoods are holding garage sales.

Ridgecrest - Briarcrest - North City - 9am to 4pm.

For a list of all registered sales, click here to download in Word from Google Docs.

Or, check out the map below and then just cruise the neighborhoods, looking for balloons.

North City in dark green, Briarcrest in turquoise, Ridgecrest in medium green. Fircrest is state land.

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Bastyr University Blooms for 13th Annual Herb and Food Fair on Saturday, June 4

Oregano. Photo by Thomas Then.
The 13th Annual, student-run, Bastyr University Herb and Food Fair is set to kick off on Saturday, June 4, 2011 from 10 am to 5 pm on the University campus in Kenmore.

This year’s theme is "Growing Healthy Families," and highlights the numerous connections that herbs, nutrition and other natural health practices have with supporting the wellness of our community.

“For more than a dozen years, Bastyr University has welcomed our friends and neighbors to the campus for the Herb and Food Fair,” said University President Daniel K. Church, PhD. “It is a wonderful time to learn about natural health and wellness in a beautiful and family-friendly setting.”

Among the highlights of this year’s Herb and Food Fair are guest speakers Chanchal Cabrera, an author and herbalist who lectures widely on herbalism, nutrition and health; and Cynthia Lair, a whole-food cookbook author, Bastyr faculty member and creator of the web show Cookus Interruptus.

Thyme. Photo by Marie Richie.
The Herb and Food Fair also offers expert cooking and herbal medicine-making demonstrations, live entertainment, tasty food and herbal gifts for sale, herbal foot soaks and facials, free acupuncture demos, children’s activities, and guided tours through the surrounding gardens and woods.

The free event is expected to draw 3,000 to 4,000 attendees.

Tarragon. Photo by Rbaucher.
Parking Information: Event visitors are encouraged to park for free at the Kenmore Park and Ride (at 7346 N.E. Bothell Way) and take the free Bastyr shuttle directly to the Herb and Food Fair. The bus runs every 15 minutes from 9:30 am to 5:45 pm. Limited parking also will be available on campus for a $5 fee. Bastyr University is located at 14500 Juanita Drive N.E., Kenmore, adjacent to St. Edward State Park.

Out of respect to the neighbors, please do not park at St. Edward State Park.

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Activities at the Senior Center June 2011 - not just for seniors

18560 1st Ave NE, Suite 1, Shoreline, WA 98155
206 365-1536
June Activities

Karaoke-BINGO June 10
Have you been thinking about giving Karaoke a try? Well at the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center we have paired Karaoke and BINGO together to provide a night of fun. The evening begins with a couple of Karaoke songs and then a couple of BINGO games. There is fun and great food for only a $10.00 admission which includes a packet for 8 bingo games. Cold beer and wine are sold, and there is plenty of food and soft drinks offered; ages 21 and over. Call to make reservations. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and BINGO starts at 7:00 p.m.

Cooking with Chef Janice
The Chef Janice Cooking Classes are very popular. May is usually the time to plant an herb garden, but it looks like that will be happening in June. As the herbs grow you will learn how to use them while preparing your meals. Also, a trip to the Farmers Market might be offered where participants will learn about fruits and vegetable from other countries, and how to prepare them. Classes in June will be 1st, 15th, & 29th. Fee: Members $5, Non-Members $7.00 sign-up at the front desk.

Philippine Heritage Meal June 13
When was the last time you were able to enjoy lumpia? Well come and join us for lunch at the Shoreline-LFP Senior Center and enjoy a traditional Philippine meal of Adobo Pork, Lumpia, Pancit, Fresh Fruit, and Leche Flan. Cost for participants 60 yrs and older is a suggested donation of $3.00, and under 60 yrs old the cost of the meal is $6.00.

Birthday Lunch, June 16
The Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Center provides a free lunch for current members celebrating their birthday. The Birthday Lunch sounds very tempting: Chicken Cordon Blue, Saffron Rice, Sautéed Spring Vegetables, Fresh Strawberry Cheesecake. Entertainment, birthday cake and prizes are part of the fun.

New Class – “Clutter Control”
Feeling Cluttered in your home? Know someone you care about who has clutter? Then join this group and find ways to get rid of the clutter. Find out how other deal with it – or don’t! For those who want, we will develop a plan to help you de-clutter. Facilitated by Scott Theisen, M.S.W.  Wednesdays, 11am to noon.

PROBUS Invites, June 21 (Everyone is welcome)
Bob Ferguson, King County Council member will be talking about the Veterans and Human Services Levy. King County voters approved the Veterans and Human Services Levy in 2005. The Levy invests over $13 milling per year for six years in cost-effective proven programs. Half of the funds are dedicated to veterans and their families and the other half serve working families and vulnerable residents including people with disabilities and seniors. Levy funds served over 50,000 diverse clients through 2009. The contribution of a typical homeowner is less than $15 a year.

Joel Estey, Regional Veterans Service manager for King County, will be sharing information and pictures from the Veterans Memorial Museum in Chehalis, WA. The museum features 9,000 square feet main gallery with 85 display cases and hundreds of displays honoring our veterans. Their mission is to honor, and perpetuate the memory of the service men and women who have served in our nation’s armed forces down through the history of our country during peacetime or war.

New take out meal service available at the Shoreline-LFP Senior Center
During the week you can purchase a meal at the Senior Center for lunch, and take home a meal if there is food remaining after lunch is served. However on weekends, if you do not cook or you do not have the time, you do not eat balanced meals. In fact you eat whatever there is around the house. So, to help you out, a new scratch meal service is being offered on Fridays for those of you who may need meals for the week-end. Meals can be purchased for yourself, parents, friends or neighbors. We will need your orders by Wednesday, and your meals will be ready for pick up on Friday. They will come in containers that are both freezable and microwaveable. Call or come by the Senior Center to find out what the Friday menu will be each week. The price for these meals will be $4.00 each.

Arts Festival Happenings June 25 and June 26:

Famous Arts Festival Breakfast
Want a tasty breakfast at a reasonable price and then join in the fun at the Arts Festival? Well you’re in luck! At the breakfast you can enjoy pancakes, French toast, eggs and sausage. Breakfast will be served from 8:30 a.m. and closes at noon or when the food runs out. Look for our Sponsor information.

Kitchen Corner Catering
Our own Chef Janice will be a vendor in the Food Court at the Arts Festival. She will be serving, Italian Meatball Sub, Hot Scones; a special treat for the kids “a banana rolled up in a PB&J sandwich, and more. Drop by to say “hi” and check out the other items being offered.

Other things to do
The Thrift Shop will be open again this year for all of you interested in a great buy! Raffle tickets will be on sale for the 2011 quilt by the ThimbleBelles. The theme is the American Revolution Freedom Trail. It is a beautiful quilt. The Senior Singers will be performing and the Hokulani Hula Studio Dancers will be dancing in the Shoreline Room.


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